Author: OMN AI
Premier League clubs are bracing for increased wage costs after the UK government confirmed that, from April 2027, players’ image rights payments will be taxed as income rather than as corporate earnings. Many top-flight players currently receive a portion of their salary through image rights companies, which are taxed at the 25% corporation rate. Under the new rule, those payments will instead be subject to the 45% top income tax rate — leaving players with significantly higher tax bills. Agents say players will expect clubs to compensate for the difference, particularly when negotiating new contracts. Players who base their deals…
Measles deaths dropped sharply since 2000, but health officials now report clear signs of a resurgence. Measles cases in Europe and Central Asia jumped by 47 per cent last year because vaccination rates fell, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) report. Officials warn that global progress is slipping, with recent gains against infections and deaths beginning to erode. In 2024, measles killed an estimated 95,000 people worldwide, mostly children under five. That number remains far below the 780,000 deaths recorded in 2000, yet the WHO stated that “every death from a disease that could be prevented with a…
Tourists entered the O Circuit without guidance because no rangers monitored the area and forecasts proved unreliable. Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia receives up to 300,000 visitors yearly, and many attempt its famous treks. On 17 November, a sudden blizzard struck the O Circuit and killed five trekkers while leaving dozens trapped in whiteout conditions for hours. The storm exposed long-standing concerns about safety practices in Patagonia’s parks, an issue that critics have raised repeatedly in recent years. How the Blizzard Overwhelmed the Group A group of about 30 international hikers left Los Perros campsite between 5 and…
Archaeologists say they have confirmed that a vast circle of giant pits near Stonehenge was carved by humans more than 4,000 years ago. The Durrington pit circle, thought to be over a mile wide, contains around 20 huge pits, some measuring up to 10 metres across and 5 metres deep. It was first identified in 2020, but some experts questioned whether the features were natural. A new study using advanced geophysical tools, soil dating and ancient DNA analysis found repeating, structured patterns in the sediments that researchers say could not have formed naturally. The team concluded the pits were deliberately…
Scientists have identified five major phases of brain development across the human lifespan, with key “turning points” occurring at roughly ages 9, 32, 66 and 83, according to a large new brain-imaging study. The research analysed scans from nearly 4,000 people ranging in age from infancy to 90 years old. Instead of finding smooth, continuous change, the scientists discovered that the brain develops in broad epochs, with sharp shifts in its organisation at specific stages of life. The five brain “eras” were found to be: Researchers measured factors such as how efficiently brain regions communicate, how specialised different areas are,…
Protesters drew attention to serious flaws in France’s response to domestic violence as new statistics emerged.Dozens of people filled central Paris on Tuesday night and condemned the surge in gender-based attacks while honouring victims.Seventy-eight-year-old activist Marie-Josée voiced deep concern as the crowd remembered five women killed last week by partners or former partners in France.The rally unfolded hours before the government received a major report urging sweeping reforms to the justice system’s handling of domestic abuse.Officials received the report on Tuesday, and it proposed testing a new magistrate role focused solely on cases involving violence within families.French media outlet Le…
Idrissa Gueye was applauded by his Everton teammates after apologising for being sent off for striking Michael Keane during Monday’s win over Manchester United. The midfielder was shown a red card after slapping Keane during a heated exchange at Old Trafford, becoming the first Premier League player in 17 years to be dismissed for striking a teammate. The incident came after Gueye’s misplaced pass created a chance for Bruno Fernandes. With Everton securing a 1-0 win despite playing with 10 men for most of the match, Gueye addressed the squad in the dressing room after the game. He apologised directly…
Japan introduced a new strategy to guide tourists away from crowded cities like Tokyo and Kyoto. The Japan National Tourism Organisation and All Nippon Airways now offer free domestic flights across ANA’s entire regional network for UK and European travellers. This initiative runs from 24 November to 31 January 2026 and aims to push visitors toward lesser-known areas while easing pressure on major hotspots. The scheme forms part of the “Stopover & Add-on Free Fare” programme, which allows eligible economy passengers to claim up to two free domestic flights when they book an international ticket by 31 January. Travellers can…
U.S. Airbnb stays are getting longer as digital nomads spend more time in the country. Research shows remote workers, sometimes called “slomads,” are making extended bookings. This trend is changing tourism patterns and boosting demand for long-term stays. The rise in long-term bookings benefits both hosts and local economies. Airbnb hosts see steadier income when guests stay for weeks or months. Extended stays also reduce turnover costs, such as cleaning and check-in management. Cities with popular coworking spaces and attractions are particularly attracting these travelers. Remote workers are choosing U.S. destinations that combine work and leisure. Cities like Miami, Austin,…
People who stop taking the weight-loss jab Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are likely to regain weight and lose key health benefits such as improved blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar control, according to new research. The findings come from the Surmount-4 clinical trial, where participants took tirzepatide for 36 weeks before being split into two groups: one continued the drug, while the other switched to a placebo. Of those who stopped the medication after significant weight loss, 82% regained at least a quarter of the weight they had originally lost within a year. Researchers found that as weight returned, so did health…
